2009 Bentley Continental GT vs. 1988 Honda Shuttle
To start off, 2009 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Honda Shuttle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Honda Shuttle would be higher. At 5,996 cc, 2009 Bentley Continental GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bentley Continental GT (592 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 478 more horse power than 1988 Honda Shuttle. (114 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Shuttle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 1615 kg more than 1988 Honda Shuttle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Bentley Continental GT (553 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 405 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Shuttle. (148 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Shuttle. 2009 Bentley Continental GT has automatic transmission and 1988 Honda Shuttle has manual transmission. 1988 Honda Shuttle will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Bentley Continental GT will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Bentley Continental GT | 1988 Honda Shuttle | |
| Make | Bentley | Honda |
| Model | Continental GT | Shuttle |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5996 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 592 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 553 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2695 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2510 mm |
